Creation+myth+writing

=Creation Myth Writing=

[ Overview ]
For this assignment, you'll use what you've learned by reading and discussing creation myths to write one of your own.

[ Directions ]

 * 1) To remind yourself about the characteristics of myths, look over your notes taken during our gallery walk as well as these web resources:
 * What is Myth?
 * Common Characteristics of Myths
 * 1) Using any method of your choice, brainstorm potential topics for your myth. Keep in mind that a creation myth should in some way explain "how things came to be this way." This might mean the creation of our world in general, or it might mean the origin/creation of some specific aspect of life, nature, or our world. Be creative with your choice; you don't necessarily have to write a myth about something "old" -- you could choose to create a new explanation for how a common, everyday object or occurrence came to be.
 * 2) Once you've decided on a topic, map out your story by creating a plot diagram. Your diagram should contain brief descriptions for 8-10 events that will appear in your myth.
 * 3) Create the first draft of your myth by following your plot diagram and fleshing out the ideas and description as you go. Be sure to include a creative, unique title (i.e. NOT "Creation Myth" -- this is the assignment name that should appear in your heading).
 * 4) Revise and edit your draft.
 * 5) Conduct peer conferencing.
 * 6) Create your final draft by making changes based on the feedback you received during peer conferencing.
 * 7) Save your finished myth as //LastnameFirstname_CreationMyth.doc// and submit it to TurnItIn.

[ Requirements ]

 * Your finished myth should be 1.5 - 2 pages in length (400-600 words).
 * Your finished myth should be typed using proper MLA formatting (i.e. complete heading, title, 12 point Times New Roman font, double spacing, 1-inch margins).
 * Your finished myth should show extensive detail and unique, creative thought. Make it fun! Make it interesting!

[ Due Date and Grading ]
The rough draft of your myth is due on **Tuesday, August 28**, and the final draft is due on **Thursday, August 30**. Your finished myth will be graded on its creativity, level of detail, and how well it represents the characteristics of a myth. Conventions and mechanics, of course, will also be taken into consideration.